Summary
Nicholas Rossi, legally known as Nicholas Alahverdian, is on trial in Utah for a 2008 rape case after allegedly faking his death to avoid charges. He was previously convicted on a separate rape charge and is also facing fraud charges in Ohio. Jury selection for the current trial has begun, with opening statements expected soon.
Key Facts
- Nicholas Rossi's legal name is Nicholas Alahverdian.
- He is accused of raping his ex-girlfriend in Utah in September 2008.
- Alahverdian allegedly faked his death and fled to avoid police.
- He was discovered alive in a Glasgow hospital in 2021.
- Last month, a jury convicted him on a separate rape charge from December 2008.
- He is facing additional fraud charges in Ohio.
- Alahverdian claims he is not guilty and denies the charges.
- A Scottish court approved his extradition to the U.S. in 2023.
